This just in – Beyonce's long time manicurist, Lisa Logan, revealed what she used on Bey's nails on set for her video, Blow. When the rollerskating rink turns into an ultimate '80's party, her nails pop neon yellow. Want the look? Lisa used Ciate's Corrupted Neon Manicure Kit in Megaphone. Sure, leave it up to Bey to drop a full album overnight, but leave it up to Lisa to match her tips to her lips and keep it on the DL. In case you haven't seen it yet, check out the video below.
Destiny's Child Hairstylist, Tippi Shorter, Talks Game Day Prep
Over the weekend I saw one of my favorite hairstylists, Tippi Shorter, tweet that she was working at the Super Bowl. To be exact, she said, "Is it wrong to be working at the Super Bowl tomorrow and not know who's playing?" This only meant one thing. She was either working on Beyonce, a member of Destiny's Child, J Hud or Alicia Keys. I reached out to her immediately and got the scoop, not only on how she made Michelle Williams and Kelly Rowland's hair so straight and shiny, but also on what it was like backstage before the big reunion!
What was the vibe like behind the scenes as you prepped Kelly and Michelle for their Super Bowl half time show?
They are true professionals and able to jump into action when needed, so they were their usual fun selves. It was all hair and makeup talk.
Who did you work with to collaborate on their look?
I spoke to both Kelly and Michelle to find out what they were thinking. They then trusted me to deliver my own touch to their idea.
Were their leather costumes part of the inspiration behind their sleek strands?
Yes, absolutely.
What's their natural hair texture like and how much prep work went into achieving their straight hair?
Both of the ladies are chemical free, so it makes it easier for me to create a sleek look with body. We worked with a lot of color, so that was time consuming.
What key products were used?
I used the Pantene Truly Natural Shampoo and Conditioner and the Aveda Brilliant for shine and the Control Force Spray for hold.
Can you paint the picture of the backstage scene before they performed?
The three ladies prayed and took the stage for an amazing performance.
A New Wave in Hair Accessories: Crystal, Tinsel and Feathers
The words "hair accessory" are taking on a whole new meaning. Inspired by some of our favorite rockstars creative hair 'do's , Rihanna, Lady Gaga and Katy Perry, we can now experiment with our locks in brand new ways. Great Lengths recently introduced Swarovski Crystal Extensions and feather and tinsel hair extensions are also all the rage.
"Women are seeing celebrities experiment with their hair and think it's beautiful and attainable," commented Jan Marie Marteca of the Ted Gibson Salon. "They're going to start to embrace everything from pastel pink highlighted extensions to pops of tinsel."
The Swarovski crystal extensions last as long as regular Great Length extensions (about three to four months) and are bonded to your hair. I first saw the feather hair extension while at the Sundance Film festival and think it looks best when the feather is the same tone as your hair. For instance, if you have brown hair, go with a brown feather so it blends nicely and acts as an accent and doesn't look cheesy.
Beyonce sported gold tinsel at the Grammys this year and Jan spotted tinsel extensions at this year's Hair Show. They're finely knotted around a few strands of your hair and last a few weeks. The accent may look cute for a special occasion (Grammys anyone?).
Last Giveaway of the Year - Muks Boots
It's Monday and time to get back to the grind! I hope you all had happy holidays! To kick off the last week of the year I'm doing one more giveaway. Perhaps the best one yet. No matter where you live or what kind of weather you have everyone can go for a pair of these during the winter season – Muks Boots, $275.
These boots are to die for! They're the black studded half muks boots from the Glam Rock Collection, which are a combination of soft suede and rabbit fur with a studded design around the top and on the top edge. The black wool lining will keep your feet warm and cozy all season long.
In case you're not familiar, Muks are worn by A-listers like Kate Moss, Beyonce and Kate Hudson. I'm obsessed with them and can't wait to gift a pair to one of my readers!
Here's how to win:
- Follow and RT the contest @beautysweetspot Twitter
- Comment below filling me in on what you'd like to see on BeautySweetSpot for 2011
Seen & Heard: Beauty Secrets from Your Fave A-Listers
We all look to celebs to see what they're using and how they get their flawless skin, fabulous locks and overall glow. Well, we compiled some of their latest tips and tricks to bring you the scoop. Check it out:
Julia Roberts:
“I love eyeliner. I always think if I put enough on, I’ll turn into Sophia Loren.” I heard her favorite is Lancome Le Crayon Khol eyeliner in Black Ebony, which makes Julia’s stunning eyes pop.
Kim Kardashian:
Her secret is out, “I always style my hair first then pin it back while I do my makeup. Before I apply my foundation I sprinkle Bare Escentuals shimmer powder on my face to get a pretty glow.”
Beyonce:
“I always keep a pair of Ray-Bans handy! And sometimes I put a little gold eye shadow in the inner corners of my eyes—it’s more subtle than white, but it still really makes you look more awake.”
Fergie: Fergie swears by Moroccan oil to keep her strands healthy, "I brush it through my hair and let it soak all night."
Katy Perry: “I pop individual lashes on with tweezers.” Try her favorite - Tweezerman tweezers to apply false eyelashes.
Jessica Biel:
"For Christmas when I was 12, my mom gave me a Lancome cleanser, toner, and moisturizer and said, 'Make a little effort now and it will make a big difference in the long run.'" Jessica swears by consistency for your skin care is the key to keeping your complexion clear.
Calling All the Single Ladies
Ok, well you don't have to be a single lady, but you do have to be a Beyonce fan! To celebrate her first fragrance, Beyonce Heat, the singer will be in New York City today doing meet and greets with fans.
Dying to meet her? Go to Union Square today from 6pm until midnight. Be prepared to be one of millions!
